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All services are offered in client's home or virtually.
Serving the the west side of Portland including Beaverton, Tigard/Tualatin, Hillsboro and Forest Grove. Other areas considered based on availability
SERVICES OFFERED
PLAY AND LANGUAGE
Using my training with the DIR Floortime method of therapy as well as the parent coaching program Hanen More Than Words, I provide play based therapy to those struggling to make connections, have relationship based interactions and understand and use language. All sessions are child led and parent and sibling involvement is encouraged. During sessions we work together to establish intentional communication via any modality: spoken language, gestures, use of Assistive Augmentative Communication (AAC), etc.
FEEDING THERAPY
Feeding challenges can be frustrating and stressful for children and parents. Using the SOS Approach to Feeding program as well as Responsive Feeding strategies, we work to create a sensory based play experience with food to help kids increase the range of foods they accept while building the oral motor skills necessary to safely manage a variety of textures. I also work with families to provide coaching for mealtime routines to help children move from being picky eaters to becoming explorative feeders. I do not follow any compliance based feeding interventions.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Through play interventions, meaningful and motivating activities and modeling we will explore various AAC software and determine the best one for your child or loved one. A full assessment and funding report for insurance is included as well as continued intervention. I provide ongoing family education and coaching on AAC useage and offer training for other providers both at school and in the community.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING
Executive Functions are the tools that help us with time management and goal setting which are critical for success filled living. We develop these skills at different rates, however many adolescents and adults find the demands of school or work to be overwhelming due to a deficit in these areas. Many people struggle with organization, planning, time management and prioritizing. If this is you or your child, there is help!
I am trained in the Executive Functioning Success Seeing My Time program developed by Marydee Sklar of the Sklar Method. When combined with other personalized methods, this program can help a scattered teenager or adult become organized, more efficient, and achieve goals. Please get in touch to schedule an initial consultation.
Consultation and Coaching
Some families find that with sports, school, work and other life events, it is difficult to continue ongoing therapy. Some families also report that their child needs a break from constant therapy but they still want the ongoing support. Packages available at a reduced rate with the focus on the parent/caregiver or other family member. We will use our time to focus on your questions and needs and will review strategies you can practice on your own. Packages of 3, 5, 8 and 10 sessions available to be scheduled as needed or in advance. Please reach out for a free 30 minute consultation to see if this is the best option for you and your family.